Executive Chef 2

Lead culinary operations for a premier Sodexo account in Kansas City. Drive food quality, menu innovation, team development, and client satisfaction while creating exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced environment. Bring your culinary leadership to a Sodexo account in Kansas City. Lead a talented team, create innovative dining experiences, drive operational excellence, and enjoy a strong work-life balance with opportunities for career advancement. About the job Take on a leadership position where your vision and expertise will drive culinary excellence. You’ll lead the charge in standardizing operations, fostering team development, and crafting innovative menus that meet diverse client needs, all while building strong partnerships that elevate the dining experience. Pay Range: $64600 per year - $83600 per year What’s in it for you Enjoy a rewarding leadership role with Sodexo, opportunities for career growth, a supportive team environment, professional development, and the chance to make a lasting impact through exceptional food and hospitality services. Join a company that values your growth with access to career advancement opportunities, leadership development, a collaborative culture, and the chance to showcase your culinary creativity while making a meaningful impact. Lead the implementation of streamlined culinary systems that boost consistency and operational success. Inspire and mentor a dedicated team, shaping future leaders and promoting professional growth. Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure top-quality ingredients and cost- effective sourcing. Design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards. Champion fresh, innovative culinary ideas that keep dining experiences exciting and relevant. Cultivate meaningful relationships with clients through exceptional service and collaboration. Play a key role in shaping culinary strategy and driving continuous improvement across your area. What you’ll bring Passion for culinary excellence, strong leadership skills, experience managing food operations, a commitment to client satisfaction, and the ability to inspire teams while delivering high-quality dining experiences. Proven ability to lead and develop teams, create innovative menus, manage food and labor costs, maintain high culinary standards, and build strong client relationships in a dynamic dining environment. Extensive culinary expertise with a proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments. Leadership and management skills, with experience mentoring teams and driving professional development. Advanced menu planning abilities combined with a deep understanding of current culinary trends and client preferences. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with proficiency in computer systems to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to implement processes independently that improve productivity and consistency. ServSafe certification and solid working knowledge of HACCP principles to ensure food safety and compliance. Requirements Education Requirement: Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Management Experience: 1-3 years Related Experience: 1-3 years What we offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. Who we are At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the qual…

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